HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

In the United States, Thanksgiving Day is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November. Historically, we like to say it was first celebrated by the Pilgrims in 1621, but they called it a Harvest Festival.  It is a day to be with family and friends, to eat a big dinner (turkey and pumpkin pie are traditional), and to give thanks. 

I hope all you have many blessings for which to be thankful.  I know that sometimes it's hard to see them between the trials and tribulations of everyday life so take time today to remember the people that bless your world.  And find an opportunity between now and the new year to tell them so.

Readers, even though we've never met, you're a part of my life and I thank you for reading the words I write.  You bless my world.

Bless: to confer happiness, well-being, or prosperity upon; to make better
Blessing: a person or thing that promotes happiness, well-being or prosperity; a person or thing who enriches your life

How to observe Thanksgiving

Count your blessings instead of your crosses;

Count your gains instead of your losses.

Count your joys instead of your woes;

Count your friends instead of your foes.

Count your smiles instead of your tears;

Count your courage instead of your fears.

Count your full years instead of your lean;

Count your kind deeds instead of your mean.

Count your health instead of your wealth;

Count on God instead of yourself.

~~Author Unknown~~